Gilly Shisgal

About Gilly Shisgal

Hi! I’m a marketing student with a passion for strategic communication, creative content, and leadership. I recently graduated with a Bachelor\'s in Marketing and a minor in Mass Communications at the University of Florida and am currently pursuing a Master’s in International Business. I’ve had the opportunity to work in telecommunications, digital marketing, and client services, where I\'ve seen firsthand how to connect with diverse audiences through engaging campaigns. I strive to deliver impactful marketing solutions while building strong, meaningful connections with people along the way.My transformative leadership gap year in Israel shaped my worldview, immersing me in cultural exploration, volunteer work, and collaborative community living. Both my academic degree and diverse experiences equip me with a blend of strategic thinking and data-driven problem-solving. I look forward to collaborating with like-minded professionals to bring creative ideas to life!Top 5 Clifton Strengths: Communication | Arranger | Developer | Empathy | Woo (Winning Others Over)

Experience

1. Retreat Chair

   Florida Cicerones

   Aug 2025 — Present

   Led the strategic planning and full execution of two large-scale annual retreats (Fall & Spring) for ~200 members, developing themes, programming, and engagement initiatives to strengthen organizational culture and alignment.• Trained and managed 18 small group facilitators, designing and delivering leadership trainings to ensure consistent, inclusive, and high-impact new member experiences.• Directed immersive onboarding and community-building programming that integrated new members with seasoned members, increasing engagement, participation, and year-long involvement across the organization.

Education

• University of Florida

  Masters

  2024 — 2026

• University of Florida - Warrington College of Business

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA

  2022 — 2026

• Seminole High School

  High School Diploma

  2017 — 2021